Between July 8 and July 28, officials say a record number of 195 mosquito pools, a collection of trapped mosquitoes, tested positive for West Nile in New Jersey, which is double the amount during the same time past year. "Protect yourself and your family".

They don't fly far and tend to lay their eggs in standing water in people's backyards, including buckets, tarps or tires, she said.

If you think you have contracted West Nile virus contact your doctor or other health care provider.

The report by Michael Nash, head of the county's Office of Child Protection, drew a clear distinction between the child welfare system's failings preceding the horrific death in 2013 of 8-year-old Gabriel Fernandez and how it dealt with complaints in Anthony's case. However, you can take things a step further by making sure that you dump out any standing water on your property that may be acting as a breeding ground for mosquitos.

According to Aurora officials, residents should report dead birds to their county health department. About 26% of the Culex mosquitoes trapped have been carrying the West Nile virus. But less than 1 percent of people who get the virus suffer fatal or permanent effects.

While one case of West Nile virus in a human is confirmed in Hunterdon County, the state Department of Health has stated that two reported cases are under investigation.

Among the symptoms are fever, fatigue and body aches.

The department said the best ways to avoid mosquito bites include draining those items that collect standing water around a house; use an insect repellent containing DEET when outdoors; wear long trousers, long sleeves and closed-toe shoes when outside to cover the skin; and wear repellent outdoors at dusk and dawn.

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